LPN - 2E: Med Surg/ Ortho (EVENINGS)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Collect/gather available patient data; review collected data with supervising RN
• Routinely utilize the standard of care as the basis for nursing care and documentation
• Document individual patient/family teaching
• Implement plan for discharge upon admission and throughout the hospitalization
• Consult with and keep Clinical Coordinator and Charge RN informed of unit activities, needs, and problems
• Organize and prioritize work based on staff needs, patients' needs, available resources, and unit requirements
• Actions demonstrate sound judgment and decision making skills in all situations
• Demonstrate efficiency in prioritizing patient needs
• Safely administer medication in keeping with LPN scope and organizational and unit policy and procedure.
• Demonstrate consistent ability/competence in patient care areas
• Actively solicit feedback from patients and visitors
• Recognize limitations and seek the appropriate assistance when needed; function within the scope and practice of an LPN
• Demonstrate ability to respond to emergency situations
• Accurately document patient care per hospital policy
• Provide a safe environment for patients and visitors
• Contribute to reduction of infections and adhere to infection control guidelines
• Foster spirit of teamwork within assigned area
• Participate in quality improvement activities within the unit

Education and Experience

Minimum Required Education: Successful completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing program

Preferred Education: Not applicable

Experience: One (1) or more years’ previous acute care experience preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Applicant must be licensed to work as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of Virginia.  BLS Certification within 90 days of hire.